COUNTDOWN TO LEONIDA
Time remaining until Grand Theft Auto VI launches.
NOVEMBER 19, 2026 — PS5 & XBOX SERIES X|S
Last updated: August 7, 2026
Quick Answer
- GTA 6 launches November 19, 2026 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Rockstar has confirmed this date, and it hasn't moved since it was set.
- No PC or last-gen at launch: PS4 and Xbox One aren't supported, and a PC version hasn't been announced.
- Pre-orders are live, with pre-load confirmed ahead of release so the game is ready to play when it unlocks.
- The timer above is live: it updates to the second, straight from your device's clock.
Why November 19, 2026?
GTA 6 was delayed twice before landing on its current date — originally targeted for Fall 2025, then pushed to May 2026, and finally set to November 19, 2026. Take-Two has reaffirmed the date in its SEC filings, and there's no indication of a further delay.
For the full timeline, see our Delay History guide.
What Happens When the Countdown Hits Zero?
- Unlock timing isn't confirmed. Midnight local time is the usual pattern for major digital releases, but Rockstar hasn't detailed per-region unlock times. Our Release Time by Country guide has zone-by-zone estimates.
- Pre-loading is confirmed. Pre-ordered copies can be downloaded ahead of time, so the game is ready the moment it unlocks rather than starting a download at midnight.
- Physical copies contain a download code, not a disc. On PS5 that code is region-locked to your account's region — worth checking before you buy a boxed copy from another country.
How to Get Ready Before Launch
Four things worth doing before the timer runs out:
- Check whether your PC could run it — useful if you're hoping for a future PC port, which isn't confirmed.
- Compare Standard vs Ultimate before you pre-order, so you know what the extra spend actually buys.
- Read the Beginner Tips guide so you're not learning the basics on day one.
- Check the region-lock rules if you're buying a boxed copy from outside your own country.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does GTA 6 unlock on November 19?
Rockstar hasn't confirmed an exact global unlock time. Major releases usually follow a midnight-local-time pattern, but treat that as the pattern rather than a promise until Rockstar says so.
Is the GTA 6 release date confirmed?
Yes. November 19, 2026 is Rockstar's officially confirmed date, reaffirmed in Take-Two's SEC filings after two earlier delays.
Can I pre-load GTA 6?
Yes — pre-ordered copies can be pre-loaded ahead of the November 19, 2026 release, so the game is ready to play the moment it unlocks.
Will GTA 6 release on PC at launch?
No. PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only at launch. A PC version isn't confirmed, though Rockstar's history with past releases makes one likely later.